Every work item has a unique ID or a text string that specifies
the summary of the work item. If you remember the work
item ID or summary text, you can easily retrieve that work item.
To retrieve a specific work item:
- In the field, provided at the bottom of the Work Items tool window, type a work item ID or a text string that specifies the summary of the work item.
- Optional: To change the project area, click
and
select a project area. - To view the work item, press Enter.